Drug Crimes Archives

On behalf of David G. Moore, Attorney at Law posted in Drug Crimes on Thursday, February 8, 2018.

Individuals have rights protected by both state laws as well as the United States Constitution when it comes to searches. Article I section 11 of the Michigan state legislature states that there must be a description of the property or premises to be searched, as well as probably cause, and an oath or affirmation taken prior to the search.

On behalf of David G. Moore, Attorney at Law posted in Drug Crimes on Thursday, December 28, 2017.

With the drug epidemic sweeping our nation today, prisons have become overcrowded. This problem has forced states to come up with their own alternative solutions to imprisonment for lesser crimes. One of the alternative forms of punishment and rehabilitation for misdemeanor and non-violent drug charges in the state of Michigan is the Adult Drug Treatment Court Program.

On behalf of David G. Moore, Attorney at Law posted in Drug Crimes on Friday, December 1, 2017.

Possession of a controlled substance is a serious criminal offense. However, it is likely the most common of any criminal charge due to the drug epidemic sweeping our nation today. Sentencing guidelines and drug classifications for these crimes vary from state-to-state.

On behalf of David G. Moore, Attorney at Law posted in Drug Crimes on Wednesday, September 6, 2017.

Defenses exist to drug possession charges, but the defenses that apply to a particular case will greatly depend on the facts of the relevant matter. Not all defenses apply to all cases. Here we will discuss several general drug possession defenses that may be used as an introduction to this otherwise complex area of criminal law.

On behalf of David G. Moore, Attorney at Law posted in Drug Crimes on Friday, July 28, 2017.

Police officers in the nearby Michigan community of Dowagiac recently arrested two individuals after stopping their vehicle and searching them and their property. Apparently the officers involved in the matter spotted the driver of the vehicle and recognized him as an individual with a warrant out for his arrest. Incidental to their arrest of the driver on the outstanding warrant and the arrest of his passenger for a parole violation, the officers searched the vehicle and allegedly found illegal drugs therein.

On behalf of David G. Moore, Attorney at Law posted in Drug Crimes on Wednesday, February 8, 2017.

Regardless of laws legalizing marijuana going into effect in some other states, the war on drugs wages on in Michigan. Law enforcement agents and prosecutors still aggressively pursue drug cases, and the penalties handed down to those convicted of drug crimes can be quite severe. Prison is often a reality. So, too, are large fines. But the damage caused to one's reputation can be just as damaging, if not more so. Having a drug conviction on one's record can affect an individual's ability to find employment and housing, and it could even limit their access to college financial aid, thereby dampening their future prospects.

On behalf of David G. Moore, Attorney at Law posted in Drug Crimes on Thursday, January 26, 2017.

A conviction on a drug possession charge can lead to serious consequences in Michigan. Depending on the drug and quantity involved, these consequences can include prison, fines, and damage to one's reputation. As scary as that may sound, there are defense options available to those who are accused of illegal possession of a controlled substance. Some of these defenses arise from exception in the state's drug laws.

On behalf of David G. Moore, Attorney at Law posted in Drug Crimes on Thursday, December 15, 2016.

If you are facing drug charges for the first time, you're probably worried about the penalties a conviction can deal to you. You might be afraid of being sent to prison, being forced to pay devastating fines, and having your record marred for years to come. Although these could all be real possibilities, in many cases there are other options. One of these options is a Michigan program called discharge and dismissal.

On behalf of David G. Moore, Attorney at Law posted in Drug Crimes on Wednesday, November 9, 2016.

Some Michigan residents may find themselves breathing a sigh of relief to hear that the country seems to be moving toward a trend of decriminalizing marijuana use and possession. While the law may be trending this way, it is still critical for Michigan residents to realize that marijuana possession, sale and trafficking is still illegal. Although medical marijuana is legal, those who break these and other drug laws pertaining to marijuana can face pretty tough penalties that can drastically impact their future.

On behalf of David G. Moore, Attorney at Law posted in Drug Crimes on Friday, September 30, 2016.

Facing drug charges is no laughing matter, as it could result in serious penalties, including decades behind bars and tens of thousands of dollars in fines, not to mention the damage to a convicted individual's reputation. Thus, the stakes are high in these cases, and aggressive prosecutors will likely pursue the case, armed with legal knowledge and the facts twisted in a way that supports their position. To combat this legal onslaught, those facing allegations of having committed a drug offense should prepare as strong of a criminal defense is as possible under the circumstances.

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